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Date Added: Sat 26/04/2025

Senior Buyer (Team Lead)

Stafford, ST16, UK
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Company: INNOVATE RECRUITMENT LTD

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

We're hiring a Supply Chain Team Leader to join our growing team and take the lead in operational procurement activities.

What you'll do:

* Lead and support the day-to-day performance of the procurement team

* Manage key suppliers across the full procurement lifecycle

* Ensure accurate, up-to-date orderbooks aligned with business needs

* Monitor procurement KPIs and implement corrective actions

* Act as first point of escalation for procurement issues

* Attend production meetings and align procurement with manufacturing needs

* Provide coaching, development, and leadership to the team

* Support reporting and strategic initiatives with the Supply Chain Manager

* Assist with procurement tasks during peak workloads or holidays

What you'll need:

* Proven experience in procurement/supply chain (leadership preferred)

* Strong supplier relationship and orderbook management skills

* Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., IFS)

* CIPS qualification (desirable)

* Excellent communication and teamworking skills

* Problem-solving mindset and ability to juggle priorities

* Willingness to travel occasionally for supplier visits
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